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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LXMMOT history

LB55 LXM is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 21 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 11 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 174,032 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Dec 2024
Mileage
174,032 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2023
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,596 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LXM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
21 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LXM was last recorded at 174,032 miles on 12 Dec 2023, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,028 miles · 5 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
8,596 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 174,032 miles
  • 2022 – 169,787 miles
  • 2021 – 158,132 miles
  • 2020 – 149,444 miles
  • 2019 – 138,353 miles
  • 2018 – 125,340 miles
  • 2017 – 113,181 miles
  • 2016 – 102,911 miles
  • 2015 – 88,854 miles
  • 2014 – 83,691 miles
  • 2013 – 79,650 miles
  • 2012 – 75,610 miles
  • 2011 – 70,953 miles
  • 2010 – 68,066 miles
  • 2009 – 46,916 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,032 miles
  • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside rear position lamps located within tailgate not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front & nearside rear tyres worn close to limit on edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit on edges, inner sidewall also damaged/worn, recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside rear inner sills slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,032 miles (+4)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    174,032 miles
    Test number
    214879797198
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside rear position lamps located within tailgate not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front & nearside rear tyres worn close to limit on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit on edges, inner sidewall also damaged/worn, recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside rear inner sills slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail174,028 miles (+4,241)9 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,028 miles
    Test number
    442797957075
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear control arm outer bush worn with excessive movement detected (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper rear control arm inner bush worn with excessive movement detected (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect headlamp bulb incorrectly fitted (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower rear control arm outer bush worn with excessive movement detected (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper rear control arm inner bush worn with excessive movement detected (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside rear position lamps located within tailgate not working (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front & nearside rear tyres worn close to limit on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit on edges, inner sidewall also damaged/worn, recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive nearside & offside rear inner sills slightly corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass169,787 miles (+11,655)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    169,787 miles
    Test number
    984252523071
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All rear suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass158,132 miles (+8,688)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    158,132 miles
    Test number
    225907065471
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,444 miles (+61)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    149,444 miles
    Test number
    264724101764
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail149,383 miles (+11,030)2 dangerous6 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,383 miles
    Test number
    534996057929
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225.45x17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre worn badly on inner edge and sidewall
    • AdvisoryOff side undertray insecure

  7. Pass138,353 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    138,353 miles
    Test number
    585758924647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,350 miles (+13,010)3 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,350 miles
    Test number
    257019405636
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255.40x17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits 0.470 (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  9. Pass125,340 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    125,340 miles
    Test number
    292557287892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail125,305 miles (+12,124)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,305 miles
    Test number
    299165290584
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened beam to body bracket (front of beam as you look at it) (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  11. Pass113,181 miles (+10,270)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    113,181 miles
    Test number
    469699337774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,911 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,911 miles
    Test number
    612793883537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes require further inspection
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/pitted
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  13. Fail102,911 miles (+14,057)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,911 miles
    Test number
    206703236092
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryBrakes require further inspection
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded/pitted
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on

  14. Pass88,854 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    527302385166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,837 miles (+5,146)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,837 miles
    Test number
    376520185144
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)

  16. Pass83,691 miles (+4,041)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,691 miles
    Test number
    475325704229
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  17. Pass79,650 miles (+4,040)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,650 miles
    Test number
    557613203206
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  18. Pass75,610 miles (+4,657)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    75,610 miles
    Test number
    219949992484
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NotePlastic sill covers fitted

  19. Pass70,953 miles (+840)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    70,953 miles
    Test number
    368819301298
    • NoteNot all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody tyrays fitted

  20. Pass70,113 miles (+2,047)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    70,113 miles
    Test number
    929203551145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail68,066 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,066 miles
    Test number
    212298850151
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNot all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

  22. Pass68,066 miles (+3,957)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    68,066 miles
    Test number
    433088950110
    • NoteNot all steering and brake components could be inspected due to the underbody trays fitted

  23. Pass64,109 miles (+134)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,109 miles
    Test number
    224062740018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail63,975 miles (+17,059)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,975 miles
    Test number
    573510240061
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s and n/s front tyers wearing on inner edges

  25. Pass46,916 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    46,916 miles
    Test number
    631248759025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LXM

Does LB55 LXM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LXM expired on 11 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LXM?
The MOT on LB55 LXM expired on 11 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LXM done?
LB55 LXM was recorded at 174,032 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2023, an average of 8,596 miles a year.
Has LB55 LXM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LXM has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LB55 LXM ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LB55 LXM find?
LB55 LXM passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning nearside & offside rear position lamps located within tailgate not working; nearside tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside front & nearside rear tyres worn close to limit on edges; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre on limit on edges, inner sidewall also damaged/worn, recommend replace, and 1 more.

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